Caldicot

Community in Monmouthshire

Wales

Caldicot

Caldicot is a small community located in the county of Monmouthshire, Wales. Situated on the banks of the River Severn, it is approximately 5 miles southwest of Chepstow and 10 miles east of Newport. The community covers an area of around 2.5 square miles and has a population of approximately 11,000 people.

Caldicot is known for its rich history, with evidence of human settlement in the area dating back to Roman times. The town's most prominent landmark is Caldicot Castle, a medieval fortress that was built in the late 11th century. Today, the castle is a popular tourist attraction and offers visitors a glimpse into the region's historical past.

The community of Caldicot is well-served by a range of amenities and facilities. There are several schools in the area, including Caldicot School, which is the largest secondary school in Monmouthshire. The town also has a leisure centre, library, and a variety of shops, restaurants, and pubs.

Caldicot benefits from excellent transport links, with the M4 motorway running nearby, providing easy access to Cardiff and Bristol. The town also has a railway station, connecting it to other parts of Wales and England.

The natural beauty of the surrounding countryside makes Caldicot an attractive place to live and visit. The nearby Caldicot Levels, an area of wetland and saltmarsh, are designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest and provide a habitat for a wide range of plant and animal species.

Overall, Caldicot is a charming community with a rich history, offering its residents and visitors a blend of historical attractions, modern amenities, and beautiful natural surroundings.

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Caldicot Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.582575/-2.743754 or Grid Reference ST4887. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Symondscliff Way, Caldicot

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Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the west buttress of the railway bridge. It marks a point 7.087m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey 1GL Bolt

This OS Bolt can be found on the south angle of St Mary's Church. It marks a point 13.591m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the east face of St Mary's Church. It marks a point 15.383m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the SW face of Caldicot Castle. It marks a point 10.574m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on No204 Newport Road. It marks a point 11.970m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the east angle of the Methodist Chapel. It marks a point 11.107m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

M4 motorway descending westwards from Severn Bridge

The M4 is 190 miles long and runs from London to South Wales. Major centres close to the motorway include Reading, Swindon, Bristol, Newport, Cardiff and Swansea. The motorway was constructed between 1961 and 1996. The M4 originally crossed the first Severn Road Bridge. It has now been diverted to use the Second Severn Crossing and the motorway over the older bridge has been renumbered as M48. Wikipedia: Link

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Tidal flats by Severn estuary seen from M4

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Pylon on Rogiet Moor by M4

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Caldicot Castle Bailey

A view of the 19th century additions to the gatehouse

Kevin Waterhouse

Road bridge, Ifton Reen, Rogiet Moor

Restricted byway over land drain.

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East end of Caldicot Station

Unmanned station on Newport - Gloucester line. The level crossing is for high vehicles on Station Road; The white railings, left, are over a low bridge ST4787 : Low railway bridge, Station Road on Station Road.

M J Roscoe